Which county is best for Lemon farming in Kenya?

Based on soil and climate suitability analysis, the top counties for Lemon are Uasin Gishu, Nairobi, Nakuru. Scores combine soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium against Lemon's nutrient requirements, plus a rainfall and altitude multiplier that penalises counties outside the crop's climate range.

What soil pH does Lemon need?

Lemon grows best between pH 6 and 7.5. Counties whose soils fall outside this range will need lime (if acidic) or sulphur (if alkaline) before planting.

What is the expected yield per acre for Lemon in Kenya?

A well-managed Lemon crop yields about 10,000 kg/acre. At a market price of approximately KES 50/kg, gross revenue per acre is around KES 500,000.

Best counties to grow Lemon in Kenya

All 47 counties ranked by soil and climate suitability for Lemon — scored against pH 6–7.5 target, high nitrogen, high phosphorus, high potassium, plus rainfall (600–1500 mm) and altitude (0–2100 m) requirements.

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Quick answer

The best counties for Lemon in Kenya are Uasin Gishu, Nairobi, Nakuru, based on soil and climate suitability. Lemon grows best at pH 6–7.5; these rank highest across all 47 counties on ShambaIQ's soil scoring.